'Tis His Season

As I was cleaning out my never-ending closet, I placed some items into a box that I was considering selling. Every now and then, I attempt to come up with ways to get better at spending, saving, etc.. And, while there is nothing wrong with doing that, I thought it's the season of Christ. I should be thinking of ways to help His children, after all, that's the type of gift Jesus would want.

I decided to examine the contents of my ever-growing box and realized that I could bless someone quite easily with it. There were clothes that I hadn't worn even once with the tags on them. There were also shoes that had never touched the ground, among other things. Yes, for now, we'll avoid talking about my obvious wastefulness and get to the point. My things were in perfect shape to donate. And why shouldn't I? 'Tis His season, right? Part of how I will honor God this season is by giving my flawlessly fit fashions to a church or another appropriate organization.

Remember to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas. Think of ways that work for you to bless God's children because 'tis His Season!


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Idle Children

Suddenly, children of all ages are everywhere.  It's time to actively occupy their time.  If you haven't already found a summer camp or solution, it's long over due.  Idle children have been known to get into trouble, which of course you don't want.

Now that the school year has come to an end, parents are looking for activities for their children.  There are many programs available, but price versus distance can rule some things out.  What do you when your options are limited?  The answer will be different for every mom and/or dad.

New York City offers a directory for summer programs.  You can find countless programs by typing in summer programs online, but you should stick with trusted organizations when dealing with your kids.  Also, the Beacon Program is a free program that deals with various topics including academics, sports, etc.


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Seasonal Storage

Seasonal Storage doesn't seem like such a big deal and it's not.  It only happens when you have inadequate space to spare in your closet. When seasonal storage is necessary being organized is the best way to proceed.

First, you'll need to pick a place to put your things.  This is important. Pick carefully and try to avoid using problematic or frequently imposed upon spaces.  You should clear a specific area for your seasonal items.  That way you always know where to access them. This will also make retrieving them easier too.

What you need depends on what and how much you are storing. Obviously, this will vary by person or family.  Generally speaking, there are some basic items you should keep by your side. Unless you use shelves, you'll probably need storage bins or boxes if you prefer. You'll also need markers and labels if you're picky about writing on your chosen storage surfaces.  Labeling is easy, but make sure you keep all labels neat and facing outward.  Easy to read labels mean no unnecessary lifting later.

Typically, bins are used for anything that you do not want crushed. If it is important to you that the item not lose its shape, place it inside a bin of appropriate size.  You can use storage bins for many things. If space is a real issue or you're dealing with a moldy basement you must buy space bags.  They are perfect for storing clothes, blankets, etc.. Space bags come in varied sizes, are remarkable and affordable.  Honestly, once you start using them you'll never let go.


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